In the middle of a work project at a global corporate consulting firm, Katherine Switz was gripped with a debilitating bout of anxiety. Her body froze, her … Read more
The ADA at 29: Much Progress, Much Remains
Today, America celebrates the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Signed into law by President George H. W. Bush on July 26, 1990, … Read more
Alcoholism Can Be an ADA Disability
Could alcoholism be a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act? Yes, alcoholism can be a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act. … Read more
Could ‘Not Working’ Be An ADA Accommodation?
Ever since the amendments to the Americans with Disability Act took effect in 2009, management-side employment lawyers have preached to clients that they … Read more
Diversity Is Not Just About Gender and Race
In today’s world, we hear “diversity” everywhere. It’s a buzzword. But when we think about what diversity means and the initiatives that have come to … Read more
Website Accessibility Cases Push ADA Lawsuits to New High
The number of ADA Title III [prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in the activities of places of public accommodations and commercial … Read more
An HR Guide to a Disability Friendly Workplace
It’s no secret that a diverse workplace can drive a company’s success by fostering a competitive and innovative edge. In fact, more diverse teams directly … Read more
3 Ways to Support Employees With a Mental Illness
Recently, I had the incredible honor of being on a panel with Katie Strong. Katie, a clinical psychologist, ran over 2,500 miles last year starting in … Read more
Make Disability a Part of Your 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility
It seems like the holiday season gets marketed earlier with each passing year. This year, I had barely closed the door on my last trick-or-treater when I … Read more
It Matters What You Do For Parents After the Baby Is Born
Being a new parent is an exhilarating experience. But despite the joy that a new baby can bring, parents will sometimes get depressed or otherwise … Read more